Multiple sightings of black bear near Milepost 90 rest area

There have been multiple reports of black bear sightings near the Scatter Creek Rest Area, which is at milepost 90 on I-5 just north of Grand Mound.

According to a Facebook post by a neighbor, the bear was also seen near 176th and Leitner Rd, in the neighborhood behind the rest area to the east of the freeway.

Bears almost never attack people. You’re far more likely to get struck by lightning. “Most negative black bear encounters are caused by surprising the bears or giving them a reason to think you are a threat,” Born Free USA said.